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  • Opana often does not give the user a sedated feeling, but the euphoric effects are reported to last much longer than Oxycontin.
  • Snorting cocaine can cause ulcerations in the mucous membrane of the nose and holes and in the barrier separating the nostrils.
  • The connection between drug addiction and crime can be seen in the following criminal offenses; drug possession or sales, offenses directly related to drug abuse such as stealing to get money for drugs, etc., and crime which is related to a lifestyle that predisposes the drug abuser to engage in illegal activity such as association with other offenders or with illicit markets.
  • Some Ecstasy users may become dehydrated through vigorous activity in a hot environment.

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Wilkinsburg, PA. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Wilkinsburg, PA. Addiction is a problem that can have an impact on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is helpful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment centers are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Jewish Family and Childrens Service
    3.1 miles from Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania
    Jewish Family and Childrens Service is located at:

    5743 Bartlett Street
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15217

    If you would like to contact Jewish Family and Childrens Service, you can reach them at 412-521-3800.

    Jewish Family and Childrens Service offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Sojourner House
    4.2 miles from Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania
    Sojourner House is located at:

    5460 Penn Avenue
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15206

    If you would like to contact Sojourner House, you can reach them at 412-441-7783 x11.

    Sojourner House offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)